Support for children of pre-school age

If your child is between the ages of 4 and 7 and you want to prepare them for school at home, you can take advantage of the HIPPY support programme.

Description

HIPPY is an intercultural and integrative programme of parent education and early support for children. Under the motto "Success at school starts at home", the HIPPY programme supports parents in promoting the development of their four to seven-year-old children at home.

An important goal is to enable parents to practise and play with their children for 20 to 30 minutes a day using specially developed play and learning materials. Parents are introduced to these materials in weekly alternating home visits and parent group meetings. The parent groups also discuss topics to strengthen parenting skills, parenting and education. HIPPY is offered throughout the city.

Prerequisites

  • One hour each week for an introduction to the role-playing method, alternating between home and group meetings with other participants from your neighbourhood.
  • A parent should be prepared to play and learn with their child for around 15-20 minutes five days a week.

Duration & Costs

Processing time

The programme starts annually in October. It is also possible to join an existing programme by prior arrangement.

Fees

Annual participation fee 80 euros per child.

Payment methods available

Questions & Answers

Who learns with my child?
Parents learn, play and practise with their child every day after being introduced to the HIPPY materials.

Will a teacher come home every day and work with my child?
No, the exercises are carried out by the parents.

How often does the appointment take place during the week?
Once a week for 1-2 hours.

Can I take part if my "German" is not so good?
Yes, anyone who wants to support their child can take part. Due to the variety of materials, the needs of the families can be addressed and built upon.

Does the programme take place during the holidays?
No.

Can I take part in the programme with my disabled child?
In principle, yes.

Can I take part if I am working or attending a German course?
Yes.

Legal basis

§ 16 SGB VIII

Landeshauptstadt München

Sozialreferat
Angebote für Familien, Frauen und Männer

Postal address

Landeshauptstadt München
Sozialreferat
Angebote für Familien, Frauen und Männer

Luitpoldstraße 3
80335 München

Fax: +49 89 233-33587

Address

Luitpoldstraße 3
80335 München

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